Nikon P520 vs Panasonic GX85

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon P520 and Panasonic GX85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is pretty close but the P520 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The P520 was released 4 years earlier than the GX85 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P520 matches up vs the GX85 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P520 enjoys outside dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has specifications of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P520 and Panasonic GX85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the P520 versus the GX85.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and GX85 is 66 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and GX85.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P520 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon P520 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older P520 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.